Pasco, WA – Fertilizer Manufacturer Fined $400K: The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has fined Two Rivers Terminal LLC $394,200 for safety violations that led to a worker’s death at its Pasco facility. The fertilizer manufacturer failed to implement critical safety measures, resulting in a preventable tragedy.
Worker Dies from Toxic Hydrogen Sulfide Exposure
On June 7, 2024, surveillance footage captured Viktor Voloshin, 56, entering a tanker truck to clean it. Toxic hydrogen sulfide gas from fertilizer residue filled the enclosed space, leading to his sudden death. Voloshin, a dedicated employee of 11 years and father of 12, lost his life due to the company’s failure to enforce proper safety protocols.
Company’s History of Safety Violations
Fertilizer Manufacturer Fined $400K: L&I cited Two Rivers Terminal for multiple willful and repeat violations, including a lack of air monitoring, inadequate ventilation, and failure to provide protective gear. This isn’t the company’s first penalty. It previously faced fines totaling $672,320, which remain under appeal. Now, the company is also contesting the latest penalties, despite its longstanding history of safety infractions.
Where Do the Fines Go?
The fines will be directed to the workers’ compensation supplemental pension fund, which provides financial support for injured workers and their families.
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